Hello Neighbor, It has been a busy and exciting month marked by the passing of the Tucson Climate Emergency Declaration. With record-high summer temperatures and historic wildfires, it’s clear we need to act boldly to combat climate change. The Climate Emergency Declaration serves as the
For Uninsured Women During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month Tucson, Arizona – El Rio Health will be offering free Mammogram Screenings for uninsured women in the month of October at three of their health centers. To qualify, the patient must be uninsured, over 40 years old with no current breast problems (no pain, discharge, lump, etc.) and must not have had
The CDC, recommends Children should also be vaccinated with the Flu shot before the end of October starting as early as 6 months of age. Influenza viruses evolve so quickly that it is recommended to get a flu shot every year. The CDC does confirm that the Flu shot does not protect against COVID-19 but […]
Pima County has opened a third round of support for small businesses that might need help in acquiring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for employees. The County delivered free PPE to 202 businesses in the first two waves of the program. Priority in this round goes to businesses applying for the first time. Businesses that already […]
PIMA COUNTY, October 2020 – Pima Animal Care Center ( https://webcms.pima.gov/government/pima_animal_care_center/ ) will be hosting a free drive-thru microchip clinic from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 31 in the overflow parking lot next to the shelter, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. The event is for members of the communities that PACC serves: unincorporated Pima County, […]
Are you behind in your mortgage or in danger of losing your home due to the COVID-19 pandemic? The City of Tucson is offering a program to assist homeowners within city limits behind on their mortgages as a result of the pandemic. Homeowners must have a pre-foreclosure notice or a foreclosure scheduled. The program will […]
Pima County CARES for Small Business Grant Program OPENS TODAY Pima County has opened a grant program to assist small businesses that have faced difficulties during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Pima County CARES for Small Business Grant Program will provide grants up to $10,000 for qualifying small businesses and nonprofit organizations. The program has a […]
Close to one billion people in the world have a mental health disorder, but many never receive treatment because they are afraid of being judged. On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, see how you can #ReduceStigma and encourage others to get help. https://bit.ly/3kqyyJf
Anyone wishing to hold an event with more than 50 people will need to complete a public health application that will be reviewed by the Pima County Health Department. Dr. Teresa Cullen, director of the Pima County Health Department, said the application provides the Health Department with vital information for determining if an event can […]
Back in March, Reid Park Zoo closed its gates in an effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Thanks to a rigorous cleaning schedule using approved disinfectants, the Zoo passed a Pima County Health Department inspection. Guests are now getting the chance to return to their zoo and are noticing some changes. Follow the […]
